Hang on to summer at the Waterfront Cafe, Edgewater

Enjoy the extended hot weather this week at The Waterfront Cafe in Edgewater 6209 N Sheridan Road, Chicago IL 60660

The patio at night!

Uncle "Duck" with my kids on a chilly night earlier this month at Waterfront Cafe.

My aunt grew up in the Edgewater neighborhood.  However, she has lived in Boston for roughly 30yrs.  With family in town from Boston I thought I'd surprise them with dinner in the old neighborhood... on the lakefront! Drinks and food are better on the lake! It is a great spot to hit after Kathy Osterman Beach or Thorndale Beach.

There is still time to enjoy the warm weather at the Waterfront Cafe this weekend. The atmosphere, live music and playground at Berger Park make for a great evening for everyone. More photos here.

It was difficult to get the kids (and adults) out of Berger Park after dinner.

Beach, food, play-lot and Shakespeare at Waterfront Cafe, Edgewater!

The perfect Chicago park?  Berger Park and Waterfront Cafe  6219 N Sheridan Road are somewhat hidden and impossible to park at.  The busy traffic on Sheridan may deter the uninitiated.  But this cafe and park setting is great for all ages!

An updated play-lot is tucked in between tall trees and the beachfront.

This feels like a Michigan vacation in the city!

The perfect summer meeting place for Edgewater friends...we had good food and some (pricey) beers.  Cheers!

You may even run into Shakespeare toughs!

You can rent one of the vintage buildings on the park grounds for special events as well.